DoD's $20M Imperatis Contract for Technical Services: Cost Plus Award Fee, Not Competed
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $19,956,847 ($20.0M)
Contractor: Imperatis Corp.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2013-03-14
End Date: 2013-12-15
Contract Duration: 276 days
Daily Burn Rate: $72.3K/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS AWARD FEE
Sector: Other
Official Description: CAAT
Place of Performance
Location: ARLINGTON, ARLINGTON County, VIRGINIA, 22202
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $20.0 million to IMPERATIS CORP. for work described as: CAAT Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Imperatis Corp. for $19.96M. 2. Services fall under 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services'. 3. Awarded as a Definitive Contract with Cost Plus Award Fee structure. 4. No small business participation indicated. 5. Contract duration was 276 days.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The Cost Plus Award Fee (CPA) structure can incentivize performance but may lead to higher costs if not carefully managed. Without a competitive benchmark, assessing the value for money is difficult.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
The contract was not competed, indicating a sole-source award. This limits price discovery and potentially increases costs for taxpayers as competition is absent.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition for this $20M contract raises concerns about potential overspending and reduced value for taxpayer funds.
Public Impact
Taxpayers may have paid more than necessary due to the absence of competitive bidding. The specific technical services provided are not detailed, making public understanding of the value proposition challenging. The contract's sole-source nature limits transparency in how the awardee was selected and pricing was determined.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of competition
- Cost-plus contract type
- No small business participation
Positive Signals
- Definitive contract award
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under professional, scientific, and technical services, a broad category. Benchmarking requires specific service details, but government spending in this area is substantial.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates no small business participation in this contract. This is a missed opportunity to support small businesses and potentially leverage specialized capabilities.
Oversight & Accountability
The 'NOT COMPETED' status suggests a potential lack of robust oversight in the procurement process. Further review would be needed to assess accountability for the sole-source decision.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award lacks competition.
- Cost-plus structure can inflate costs.
- No small business involvement.
- Lack of detailed service description hinders value assessment.
- Potential for reduced price discovery.
Tags
all-other-professional-scientific-and-te, department-of-defense, va, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $20.0 million to IMPERATIS CORP.. CAAT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is IMPERATIS CORP..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $20.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2013-03-14. End: 2013-12-15.
What specific technical services were provided under this contract, and how did they align with the Department of the Army's mission requirements?
The contract falls under NAICS code 541990, 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services.' Without further details, the exact nature of the services remains unspecified. Understanding the specific deliverables and their contribution to the Army's objectives is crucial for assessing the contract's true value and necessity.
What justification was provided for awarding this contract on a sole-source basis, and were alternative competitive strategies considered?
The provided data states the contract was 'NOT COMPETED,' implying a sole-source justification was used. The rationale for this decision and whether market research was conducted to explore competitive options are critical for evaluating the procurement's integrity and potential cost implications.
How was the 'Award Fee' component determined, and what performance metrics were used to assess Imperatis Corp.'s effectiveness?
The contract type is 'COST PLUS AWARD FEE' (CPAF). The effectiveness of this contract hinges on the clarity and measurability of the performance standards used to determine the award fee. Without insight into these metrics, it's difficult to assess how well the contractor's performance was managed and whether it truly met the government's needs.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT COMPETED
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS AWARD FEE (R)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 2231 CRYSTAL DR STE 401, ARLINGTON, VA, 22202
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $19,956,847
Exercised Options: $19,956,847
Current Obligation: $19,956,847
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2013-03-14
Current End Date: 2013-12-15
Potential End Date: 2013-12-15 12:12:00
Last Modified: 2018-07-02
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